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Famous vs Magnanimous - What's the difference?

famous | magnanimous |

As adjectives the difference between famous and magnanimous

is that famous is well known while magnanimous is noble and generous in spirit.

famous

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Well known.
  • In the public eye.
  • Some people are only famous within their city.

    Synonyms

    * famed, noted, celebrated, well-known, renowned * See

    Derived terms

    * famously * famous last words

    magnanimous

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Noble and generous in spirit.
  • He thinks himself ardent, impulsive, passionate, magnanimous — capable of boundless enthusiasm for an idea or a sentiment.
    magnanimous forgiveness

    Synonyms

    * big-hearted * generous * great-hearted * large-hearted * unselfish